Human Resources Coordinator

Grkroccenter; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful community impact

HR career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Professional development and training

Employee Assistance Program

Generous PTO and holidays

Retirement benefits (403(b) and/ or a

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an organized HR Coordinator to support employees, assist managers, and keep HR operations running smoothly in Des Moines. You will handle records, onboarding, leave administration, benefits, and compliance with a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates are people-focused, detail-oriented, and eager to grow a career in human resources across multiple HR areas in a faith-based nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HR, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting employees, managers, and HR processes is preferred.
• Familiarity with ADP or HRIS systems is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Serve as HR partner for employees and managers while supporting compliant HR processes.
• Maintain confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Process changes, benefits enrollments, and HR transactions in ADP.
• Support payroll and timekeeping processes and onboarding for new employees.
• Coordinate employee leave processes and benefit questions.
• Assist with investigations and workplace communications as needed.
• Support training, safety, and compliance initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

ADP / HRIS

Job description

At The Salvation Army, the work you do every day helps support programs that change lives throughout our community. As the Human Resources Coordinator, you'll play an important role in supporting employees, helping managers succeed, and ensuring team members have the resources they need to thrive.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, staying organized, and building a career in Human Resources. You'll gain experience across many areas of HR, including employee relations, onboarding, leave administration, benefits, compliance, training, and HR operations.

Location: Des Moines, IA
Pay: $22-$25 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, primarily daytime business hours

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Meaningful work that directly supports programs serving the local community
• Opportunity to build experience across multiple areas of Human Resources
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Professional development and on-the-job training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits, including a 403(b) and pension eligibility for qualifying employees

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll serve as a trusted HR partner for employees and managers while helping maintain efficient and compliant HR processes.

Employee Support & HR Administration

• Help employees navigate HR programs, policies, and benefits
• Maintain confidential employee records and HR documentation
• Process employee changes, benefits enrollments, and HR transactions in ADP
• Support payroll and timekeeping processes
• Assist with onboarding and orientation for new employees
• Ensure HR records are complete, accurate, and compliant

Leave & Benefits Administration

• Coordinate employee leave processes, including FMLA, personal leaves, and workplace accommodations
• Communicate with employees regarding leave requests and required documentation
• Track leave activity and maintain accurate records
• Assist employees with benefit questions and enrollment support

Employee Relations & Workplace Support

• Partner with managers to address employee concerns and workplace issues
• Assist with investigations, incident reporting, and documentation
• Help promote a positive employee experience and respectful workplace culture
• Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures

Training, Safety & Compliance

• Support employee training initiatives and compliance programs
• Assist with workplace safety efforts and committee activities
• Help coordinate required HR and safety trainings
• Support workers' compensation and incident reporting processes

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an organized and people-focused professional who enjoys supporting employees, maintaining accurate records, and helping create a positive workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• One to two years of experience in HR, administrative support, payroll, recruiting, office management, or a related role
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Experience with ADP or another HRIS/timekeeping system is a plus
• Familiarity with employee leaves, workplace safety, workers' compensation, or employment compliance is helpful but not required

Skills for Success

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work that supports life-changing community programs
• Opportunity to build and grow your HR career
• Supportive team environment
• Training and professional development opportunities

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.